Finance Manager We are seeking a skilled and strategic Finance Manager to help shape the future of a newly merged charity supporting Cambridgeshire communities. Position: Finance ManagerSalary: £41,942 - £45,099 pro rata (depending on experience)Location: Huntingdon or Cambridge (min. 1 day/week onsite), with flexible home workingHours: 21 hours per weekContract: PermanentClosing Date: Noon, 30 April 2025Interview Date: Week commencing 12 May 2025 About the Role As Finance Manager, you will be a vital member of the senior leadership team, overseeing the financial health and sustainability of the charity. Reporting to the CEO and Honorary Treasurer, you’ll lead on financial reporting, compliance, budgeting and strategic planning. Key responsibilities include: Leading the finance function including reporting, forecasting, and compliance Advising the CEO and Board on financial strategy and governance Managing charity statutory accounts, audits and Companies House returns Developing and monitoring project budgets and cost controls Supporting payroll, pensions, invoicing and cash flow Acting as Company Secretary Managing a part-time Finance Officer Supporting community groups with finance-related training and advice About You You’ll be an experienced finance professional, ideally with charity sector knowledge and a passion for strengthening community impact. You will have: AAT Level 3 or part-qualified accountant status (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA desirable) Strong experience in financial reporting, budgeting and compliance Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong numeracy and analytical skills Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Experience supporting audits and managing restricted funds Knowledge of Charity and Company Law A collaborative, flexible and proactive attitude About the Organisation Support Cambridgeshire is the result of a merger between CCVS and Hunts Forum, two organisations committed to helping communities thrive. We offer support, advice, training and advocacy for voluntary and community groups across Cambridgeshire. Our work focuses on four core areas: representation, networks, organisation development and volunteering. Headquartered at the Maple Centre in Huntingdon, we also have offices in Cambridge and work flexibly to serve our communities. Benefits include: 28 days annual leave (pro rata) bank holidays birthday off Flexible working and hybrid model Generous pension contribution 5 days personal development annually Disability Confident employer Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Finance Officer, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Finance Business Partner, Senior Finance Officer, Treasurer, Finance Lead, Company Secretary